Linguistic Challenge Of The Transition

Taylor & Francis Ltd

Explore the intricacies of academic language acquisition with 'The Linguistic Challenge of the Transition to Secondary School'. This comprehensive corpus study by Alice Deignan offers deep insights into the linguistic hurdles students face when moving to secondary education. Discover the specific language features that characterize academic discourse and how they evolve during this critical transition period. The research provides valuable information for educators, linguists, and parents seeking to understand and support students' academic development. Key aspects examined include: * Analysis of academic vocabulary and grammar. * Identification of challenges in understanding and using complex sentence structures. * Examination of discourse markers and their role in academic writing. * Insights into the differences between spoken and written academic language. This book is an essential resource for anyone interested in educational linguistics and the development of academic literacy.